Session Panelists
A-I | J-Q | R-Z
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Dr. Katie Alaniz
Houston Baptist University, College of Education Faculty Member
Panel: “Enhance. Transform. Connect.”
Bio: Dr. Alaniz is a faculty member at Houston Baptist University and supports technology integration at River Oaks Baptist School.
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John Amenson
Houston ISD, Instructional Technology Program Specialist
Panels: “2020 Vision: 21st-Century Learning Models”
Bio: Instructional Technology Program Specialist for Houston ISD and the “Power Up” program. I have presented at TCCA, TCEA, FETC and ASCD.
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Michelle Barber
Tomball ISD, Instructional Technology Specialist
Panel: “Enhance. Transform. Connect.”; “Re-D(esign) Your PD”
Bio: I’ve been teaching for 22 years. My classroom experience is in Science, Social Studies and Math. I believe that all learners can learn.
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David Becker
Tomball ISD, Instructional Technology Specialist
Panel: “2020 Vision: 21st-Century Learning Models”; “Curriculum and Technology: A Balancing Act”
Bio: Currently serves as an Instructional Tech Leader for Tomball. Classroom experience includes Math, Science, and History.
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Nicole Bell
Region 4 Education Service Center, Instructional Designer
Panel: “Engineering Learning”; “Make it ‘Snappy'”
Bio: Instructional designer with experience in creating online professional development, high school courses, and self-paced interactive modules.
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Dr. Sanee Bell
Katy ISD, Principal
Panel: “MODEL! MODEL! MODEL!”
Bio: I am passionate about leadership and its impact on teacher engagement, student learning, and school culture.
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Jorge Cavazos
Alief ISD, District Technology Trainer
Panel: “Walking the Talk”
Bio: I have been in education for 23 years. I am working with all the technology specialists at Alief ISD and coordinating all tech training.
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Andres Chavez
Brazosport ISD, Digital Learning Coach
Panel: “2020 Vision: 21st Century Learning Models”; “Enhance. Transform. Connect.”
Bio: Andres is a Digital Learning Coach who is passionate about finding practical ways to empower teachers to enhance curriculum with technology.
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Sandy Dickerson
Pasadena ISD, Connect Instructional Specialist
Panel: “Pasadena ISD’s Path Towards Personalized Learning”
Bio: Thanks to personalized learning, I have grown more professionally in the past two years than in the previous 20+ years combined!
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Mark Evans
Klein ISD, Program Coordinator, TXVSN, Distance & Online Learning, Credit Recovery System Manager, Digital Accounts, Tech Apps HS
Panel: “Managing Digital Learning”
Bio: 33 years in public education (former teacher, technology grants manager, Ed Tech Coordinator, plus all my current roles)
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Nancy Everts
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Wiggle While You Work”
Bio: 20+ years in education (former Science teacher, CTE teacher, & Coach). Current job focus is Technology Coaching.
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Christy Foster
Pasadena ISD, Connect Instructional Specialist
Panel: “Pasadena ISD’s Path Towards Personalized Learning”
Bio: Sharing the journey with our students and teachers as we embed personalized learning in our classrooms!
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Emilio Garcia
Pearland ISD, Network Coordinator
Panel: “Single Sign-On for Online Textbooks/Resources”
Bio: Network Coordinator for Pearland ISD, Network Engineer, Network Infrastrucure LAN/WAN.
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Cassie Herndon
Deer Park I.S.D., Assistant Principal
Panel: “MODEL! MODEL! MODEL!”
Bio: National Board certified ELA teacher. TCEA presenter 2015-2016. Secondary Apple teacher. Assistant Principal at Deer Park HS North Campus.
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Mary Knight
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Wiggle While You Work”
Bio: I have worked in Pearland ISD for 18 years. Prior to becoming and ETS I’ve taught 2nd and 3rd grade at Challenger Elementary.
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Amber Kronenberger
Pasadena ISD, Instructional Coach
Panel: “Pasadena ISD’s Path Towards Personalized Learning”
Bio: Educator for 12 years in both Texas and South Carolina. I spent ten years in the classroom before becoming an instructional coach.
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Michelle Leggett
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Re-D(esign) Your PD”
Bio: Michelle works to inspire, create, and mold the changing landscape of classrooms through technology integration.
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Kevin Lewis
Houston Independent School District, Education Technology Specialist
Panel: “Walking the Talk!”
Bio: Innovative leader in student data privacy, safety & security
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Elizabeth Merritt
Brazosport ISD, Digital Learning Coach
Panel: “Make it “Snappy””
Bio: A 10 yr educator, with an MBA and a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction. Presented at TCCA, Region IV, and Tots & Tech. Discovery Ed Star/LC
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Dr. Kari Murphy
Deer Park Independent School District, Chief Technology Officer
Panel: “MODEL! MODEL! MODEL!”
Bio: With 23 years as a K-12 technology administrator, my mission is to provide change leadership empowering others to promote student success.
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Thurman Nassoiy
Region 4 Education Service Center, Education Specialist, Digital Learning
Panel: “Engineering Learning”; “Re-D(esign) Your PD”
Bio: Providing support for schools in Region 4 and across Texas in the area of Digital Learning.
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Tina Niemann
Tomball ISD, Instructional Technology Specialist
Panel: “Authentic Learning: Not Easy, But It Can Be Done”
Bio: Instructional Technology Specialist, Teacher, Trainer, Seeker of Knowledge, Technology Advocate, Love My Job!
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Jackie Nowlin
Region 4 ESC, Education Specialist
Panel: “Managing Digital Learning”
Bio: Has it been 20 years already? Currently, I’m creating online instructional resources for students and adults, and supporting R4 educators.
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Shaun Pitre
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Make it “Snappy””
Bio: 17 years in education, former school administrator, BA Mass Comm. and chemistry, MA Ed. Technology, doctoral student
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Laura Reeves
Pearland ISD, Assistant Director, Educational Technology
Panel: “Teacher Technology Proficiencies and Growth”
Bio: Wife, Mom, Educator for 23 yrs, EdD Student @ Texas A&M c/o 20, M.S. in Instructional Technology, MIE, Avid Reader, Life-long Learner.
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Dr. Tiffany Regan
Deer Park ISD, Principal
Panel: “MODEL! MODEL! MODEL!”
Bio: I have 21 years of experience in education. I am passionate about technology integration and preparing our students for their future.
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Darlene Schlitzberger
Clear Creek ISD, Robotic and Audio Video Production Teacher
Panel: “Game ON!”
Bio: 26 years of Teaching, Facilitating, and enjoying serving my students, parents, and community.
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Nicole Sebok
Pearland ISD, Assistive Technology Liaison – Special Programs
Panel: “Teacher Technology Proficiencies and Growth”
Bio: After 20 yrs. of teaching, I am PISD’s AT Liaison. I evaluate/implement the need and use of Assistive Technologies in the classroom.
Robert Sims
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panels: “Create Constructive Cultures and Impact the World”; “Curriculum and Technology: A Balancing Act”
Bio: Love Technology, Love SEC Football, Lifelong Learner, Recovering Music Educator, “Once you’re through improving, you’re through!”
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Debbie Sitler
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Engineering Learning”
Bio: Debbie Sitler: Educational Technology Specialist, Microsoft Innovative Educator, and believer in preparing students for the digital future.
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Adrienne Smith
Pearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Panel: “Authentic Learning: Not Easy, But it Can Be Done”
Bio: EdTechie who believes technology is the bridge linking students, teachers, & learning together in an engaging, effective, & impactful way.
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Monica Trevathan
Tietronix Software, Director of Education Technology
Panel: “Game ON”
Bio: Principal Investigator on K-12 Education Technology for DARPA & NSF projects focused on serious games for the STEM classroom.
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Vickie Vallet-McWilliams
Pasadena ISD, Director of Instructional Technology
Panel: “Pasadena ISD’s Path Towards Personalized Learning”
Bio: I have combined experience as a teacher and administrator. My passion is to transform education by personalizing education for students.
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George Williams
Tomball ISD, Instructional Technology Specialist
Panel: “Teacher Technology Proficiencies and Growth”
Bio: Receiving his Educational Technology Leadership Masters in 2013, George has been an Instructional Tech in Tomball ISD for 2 years.
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Dr. Jana Willis
University of Houston-Clear Lake, Professor
Panel: “Game ON!”
Bio: Dr. Jana Willis is a Professor in the College of Education Instructional Technology program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
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Dr. Dawn Wilson
Houston Baptist University, Professor, Instructional Technology
Panel: “Enhance. Transform. Connect”
Bio: Dr. Wilson has taught 16 years in middle school, and 16 years at Houston Baptist University in the area of instructional technology.
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